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Lucy Porter

Examines our increasingly secular population

Top 10 podcasts with Lucy Porter

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Dec 30, 2022 • 29min

The Now Show - 2nd December

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. They're joined by Jamie MacDonald, Lucy Porter and Ed MacArthur.Jamie MacDonald shares his experience of Disability History Month, Lucy Porter examines our increasingly secular population and Ed MacArthur is a PR consultant, rebranding famous faces.The show was written by the cast with additional material from Aidan Fitzmaurice, Zoe Tomalin, Rachel E. Thorn and Cameron Loxdale.Voice actors: George Fouracres and Lola-Rose MaxwellSound: David Thomas Sound assistant: Guy Marley Executive Producer: Richard Morris Producer: Sasha Bobak Production Coordinator: Sarah NichollsA BBC Studios Production
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Jul 12, 2024 • 28min

The News Quiz - 5th July

Lucy Porter, Ria Lina, Simon Evans, and Hugo Rifkind join Andy Zaltzman to quiz the news in this post-General Election special. They cover the exit polls, winners, losers, and funny scenarios involving politicians. Comedians humorously discuss election outcomes, voter behavior, and politicians' actions with witty analogies and banter, maintaining a lighthearted tone throughout.
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Feb 3, 2023 • 29min

The News Quiz – 6th January

It’s 2023 and Andy Zaltzman is back with a brand-new series of The News Quiz to start the year.This week Andy is joined by Lucy Porter, Chris McCausland, Samira Ahmed and Scott Bennett. They discuss Rishi Sunak’s newly released ‘five-point plan’, Keir Starmer’s pledge not to open the ‘big government chequebook’ and the surprise appearance of a walrus in Scarborough.Hosted and written by Andy Zaltzman with additional material from Alice Fraser, Mike Shephard, James Farmer, Jennifer Walker and Jade Gebbie.Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Richard Morris Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sound Editor: Marc WillcoxA BBC Studios Production
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Mar 4, 2022 • 29min

News Quiz 4th March 2022

Recorded at the BBC Radio Theatre, this week Andy Zaltzman is joined by Mark Steel, Sindhu Vee, Daniel Finkelstein and Lucy Porter to discuss war in Ukraine and the international reaction. Last in the series.Hosted by Andy Zaltzman Chairs script by Andy Zaltzman Additional Material from Alice Fraser, Mike Shephard, Cameron Loxdale, Jade Gebbie and Peter Tellouche. Production Co-ordinator: Katie Baum Sound Editor: Marc WillcoxThe Producer is James Robinson, and it is a BBC Studios Production.
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Feb 14, 2024 • 42min

Egyptian Mummies

Comedians Russel Kane and Lucy Porter, along with bio-medical Egyptologists Rosalie David and Lidija McKnight, join Brian Cox and Robin Ince to explore the science of mummification and the intriguing lives of Ancient Egyptians. They discuss the sophisticated pharmacology of the Ancient Egyptians, their unique death rituals, the challenge of determining the cause of death for mummies, and even compare mummification to modern-day beauty trends. The episode concludes with a funny anecdote and a hint at the next episode on psychology and magic.
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Apr 20, 2024 • 28min

The Now Show - 22nd March

Comedians discuss Laura Kenny's retirement, nation's health, and a singer-songwriter performs an original song. Topics include political satire, pothole problems, Dame Laura Kenny's legacy, generational health concerns, and humorous confessions.
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Nov 17, 2023 • 28min

The News Quiz - 20th October

Andy Zaltzman quizzes the week's news with guests Ian Smith, Lucy Porter, Anushka Asthana, and Simon Evans. Topics include the language of war, crumbling infrastructure, massive rats, Joe Biden's speeches, drone deliveries, UK infrastructure report, and Rishisunak's election strategy.
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Mar 6, 2020 • 29min

The Now Show - 6th March - ft Lucy Porter, Darren Harriott and Rachel Parris

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketchesThis week we tackle the news from the UK and look further afield at Super Tuesday – Lucy Porter snoops on her shopping and Darren Harriott explores his environmental credentials.With music from Rachel Parris and additional voices from Joe Barnes…Written by the cast, with additional material from Laura Major, Liam Bierne, Helena Langdon and Charlie DinkinProducer: Adnan AhmedA BBC Studios Production
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Sep 13, 2024 • 29min

The News Quiz: Ep1. Labour’s Brat Summer

Neil Delamere, a sharp-witted comedian, joins Lucy Porter, a storytelling stand-up, Mark Steel, known for his political satire, and political journalist Marie Le Conte. They hilariously dissect Labour's recent struggles, touching on the budget deficit and the Grenfell inquiry. The panel critiques Britain's national pride and navigates controversial aspects of British history with humor. They also mix politics with pop culture, poking fun at environmental issues, concert ticket prices, and even the Venezuelan President's unusual holiday reshuffle.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 24min

Financial regrets? Comedian Lucy Porter’s had a few

Comedian Lucy Porter shares her biggest financial regrets and career reflections, emphasizing the value of humor in learning from mistakes. She discusses forgetfulness, expensive hobbies, and collections, as well as the challenges of understanding and managing finances. Lucy reflects on regrets, shares money-saving tips, and promotes her upcoming show and podcast, all with a comedic touch.